Crave-worthy and easy to make, this Sweet Chili Crispy Fried Chicken delivers the perfect crunch with a kick of bold, addictive flavor. It’s a guaranteed hit for any meal, made with simple ingredients right from your kitchen.
The Sweet Chili Crispy Fried Chicken recipe is a perfect balance of bold flavor and irresistible texture. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch from the golden, crispy coating, followed by tender, juicy chicken that practically melts in your mouth. The sweet chili glaze takes it to the next level—offering a perfect mix of sweetness, spice, and tang that clings to every crispy edge. It’s the kind of dish that makes you close your eyes in appreciation after the first taste.
What makes this recipe even better is how simple it is to prepare. With just a few basic ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can recreate a restaurant-quality dish right in your own kitchen. Whether you’re serving it for a casual family dinner or impressing guests at a gathering, this chicken is always a hit. The flavors are so delicious and addicting that you’ll find yourself reaching for piece after piece—it’s truly a recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
WHY WILL YOU LOVE THIS SWEET CHILI FRIED CHICKEN RECIPE
Unbeatable Flavor: The sweet chili glaze brings a mouthwatering combination of sweet, spicy, and tangy notes that perfectly complement the crispy, juicy chicken—it’s absolutely delicious and addicting.
Easy to Make: This recipe is straightforward and beginner-friendly, with simple steps that make it easy to achieve that perfect crispy texture without any fuss.
Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether it’s a family dinner, game day, or party, this dish is a definite crowd-pleaser that everyone will rave about.
Simple, Budget-Friendly Ingredients: Made with common pantry staples and affordable ingredients, this recipe is cost-effective without compromising on taste or quality.
INGREDIENTS
SWEET CHILI SAUCE
Thai Sweet Chili Sauce – The sweet chili sauce is the perfect mix of savory, sweet, and spicy taste. You can use this for many different dishes to elevate the flavor.
Honey – The use of honey adds additional sweetness to the flavor.
Sriracha Sauce – This has become a popular spicy sauce worldwide. You should easily find this in most local grocery stores these days.
Rice Vinegar – This is a common vinegar that we use in Asian cooking. If you can’t find it, you can use White Vinegar.
Lemon Juice – Be sure to use freshly squeezed lemon juice. This helps balance out the flavor.
OTHER INGREDIENTS
Chicken thighs – I love the juicy chicken thighs for this recipe. You can also use chicken leg meat or breast. I still recommend using the thighs.
Salt & Black Pepper – The classic combo of seasonings that just make everything tastes better!
Garlic – This adds a great garlicky flavor to the chicken.
Cornstarch – We use this to coat the chicken. Cornstarch is widely used in Asian cooking. It is also called corn flour.
Vegetable Oil – I love using this for frying. I normally use Rapeseed Oil. Do not use Olive Oil.
Green Onions – or called Spring Onions. I like to use this for garnishing at the end. It adds beautiful green color and it is rich in healthy nutrients.
HOW TO MAKE THIS SWEET CHILI CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN
Make the Sweet Chili Sauce – In a bowl, combine Thai Sweet Chili Sauce, Honey, Rice Vinegar, Sriracha Sauce, and Lemon Juice together. Set aside.
Season the Chicken – In a large mixing bowl, season the Chicken with Salt, minced Garlic, and Black Pepper. Then add the Cornstarch. Toss well until evenly coated.
Fry the Chicken – In a wok or frying pan, add in enough Vegetable Oil, on high heat. Fry the Chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 6 to 7 minutes. Remove and drain on a wire rack or on paper towel.
Assemble the dish – Transfer the fried Chicken to a large mixing bowl. Pour the Sweet Chili Sauce over. Gently toss to mix.
Ready to serve – Transfer to a serving plate or bowl. Garnish with Green Onions on top. Ready to enjoy!
HAINI’S TIPS
1. When frying the Chicken, do not overcrowd the pan, fry them in batches. 2. I highly recommend to use Chicken Thighs or Leg Meat for a juicy satisfaction. 3. If you don’t have Rice Vinegar, you can substitute with White Vinegar. 4. You can heat up the Chicken again in microwave if it gets cooled down. You will get a different experience.
If you’re looking for a flavorful, satisfying dish that’s both easy to prepare and sure to impress, this Sweet Chili Crispy Fried Chicken is a must-try. With its crispy coating, juicy center, and irresistible sweet-and-spicy glaze, it’s a recipe that’s bound to become a favorite at your table. I hope you will give it a try!
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Sweet Chili Crispy Fried Chicken
Haini
Crave-worthy and easy to make, this Sweet Chili Crispy Fried Chicken delivers the perfect crunch with a kick of bold, addictive flavor. It’s a guaranteed hit for any meal, made with simple ingredients right from your kitchen.
In a bowl, combine Thai Sweet Chili Sauce, Honey, Rice Vinegar, Sriracha Sauce, and Lemon Juice together. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, season the Chicken with Salt, minced Garlic, and Black Pepper. Then add the Cornstarch. Toss well until evenly coated.
In a wok or frying pan, add in enough Vegetable Oil, on high heat. Fry the Chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 6 to 7 minutes. Remove and drain on a wire rack or on paper towel.
Transfer the fried Chicken to a large mixing bowl. Pour the Sweet Chili Sauce over. Gently toss to mix.
Transfer to a serving plate or bowl. Garnish with Green Onions on top. Ready to enjoy!
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